Richard Nebens

Richard Nebens

Senior Writer, Content Creator

Richard Nebens holds a position as The Direct's Senior Writer, also working as an assistant editor and content creator for the site. 

Richard first joined The Direct in March 2020 and plays a big role in the site's day-to-day operations by writing, editing, ideating, and posting multiple articles daily, helping readers keep up with the latest from every fandom. He started his writing career in July 2019 with MCU Exchange and worked as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022, also writing/podcasting with Agents of Fandom.

Prior to joining The Direct, Richard worked a variety of jobs, including as a bellman, valet, photographer, and escape room manager, later going on to own a brewery/sports bar in South Lake Tahoe, California. Richard earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Business/Management from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, as part of the class of 2013.

Richard can be found on Twitter (@RichardNebens), Instagram (@richardnebens), and TikTok (@richardnebens sharing his latest article from The Direct, cheering on his sports teams, giving his best attempts at comedy, or hyping up the latest epic movie or TV show.

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Richard Nebens's Latest The Direct Articles

Spider-Man: Tom Holland Says Marvel & Sony Likely Won't Disagree Again

Tom Holland appears optimistic about the potential for more Spider-Man movies in the MCU after Spider-Man: No Way Home.

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Doctor Strange 2: Sam Raimi Is Making Sure WandaVision Fans Can Enjoy Movie

Marvel CCO Kevin Feige speaks on making Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness work for people who have seen WandaVision, and people who haven't.

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WandaVision Season 2: Marvel CCO Addresses Future Possibilities

Kevin Feige discusses the future of the MCU, particularly in terms of planning seasons of Disney+ shows in relation to the movies.

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Spider-Man 3: Official Title Teases a Lost Peter Parker

Spider-Man 3 star Tom Holland appeared on The Tonight Show to reveal the title of his third MCU solo movie.

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Marvel Studios Reportedly Planning Big Hero Six Characters For MCU Debut

Marvel Studios is reportedly planning to introduce characters from Big Hero 6 into the MCU.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: 'Surprise' Superhero Cameo Revealed

The "mind-blowing" cameo set to arrive in Zack Snyder's Justice League is revealed to be Harry Lennix's Martian Manhunter.

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Ms. Marvel Director Leaks Blurry Image of Kamala Khan's MCU Costume

Ms. Marvel director Billal Fallah accidentally shares storyboard images from the Disney+ show in an Instagram story.

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WandaVision Theory Connects Doctor Strange Movie To Twist Ending of New Episode

A fan on Reddit theorizes that the book in Agatha Harkness’ basement in Episode 7 of WandaVision could be the Darkhold.

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WandaVision: Every Major Reference To The Office and Modern Family Revealed

How Marvel Studios paid tribute to iconic 2000s sitcoms like The Office and Modern Family in Episode 7 of WandaVision.

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WandaVision: Monica Rambeau Actress Addresses Superhero Status & Representation In MCU

Teyonah Parris speaks on how fortunate she is to bring Monica Rambeau to life in WandaVision.

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WandaVision: Marvel Reveals More Emojis For Newest Episode

Twitter updates its emojis after Episode 7 of WandaVision premieres on Disney+.

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Batman v Superman: IMAX Remastered Release Date Announced For Home Media

Zack Snyder's remastered version of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice will be available on March 23.

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WandaVision Includes Multiple Mephisto Easter Eggs In New Episode

"Episode 7" of WandaVision included multiple references to Mephisto, Marvel Comics' version of the Devil.

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WandaVision Star Confirms Surprise Character Is Not Actually Evan Peters' Pietro

Paul Bettany continues to tease how big the major MCU cameo will be at the end of WandaVision.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Martian Manhunter Screen Time Teased By Harry Lennix

Harry Lennix speaks on his experience playing the Martian Manhunter in Zack Snyder's Justice League.

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Marvel's Hawkeye: Florence Pugh Arrives In Atlanta For MCU Filming

Twitter photos confirm that Florence Pugh has arrived in Atlanta, likely to begin filming for Hawkeye on Disney+.

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WandaVision Star Teases 'Incredibly Sad' Final Episodes

Teyonah Parris teases an "epic and incredibly sad" ending with the last three episodes of WandaVision.

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DC Declined Zack Snyder's Pitch For Batman v Superman Prequel Comic

Zack Snyder speaks on wanting to bring a story about the Death of Robin to life within the DCEU.

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Spider-Man: Tom Holland Cites Zendaya as Inspiration In Acting Career

Tom Holland cites his Spider-Man 3 co-star Zendaya as one of his biggest acting inspirations.

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The Suicide Squad: Storm Reid Explains Why Idris Elba Was 'Incredible' To Work With

Storm Reid dives into her experience working on The Suicide Squad, including her relationship with Idris Elba.

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WandaVision Star Teases 'Big' MCU Elements In Upcoming Episodes

Teyonah Parris teases more MCU-ness set to come in WandaVision's final three episodes.

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Justice League Producer Deborah Snyder Responds To 'Cruel' Critics

Deborah Snyder speaks on the "unkind press" associated with movies like Zack Snyder's Justice League.

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Justice League: How the Snyder Cut's 'We Live In a Society' Phrase Connects To Previous Jokers

Zack Snyder takes inspiration for his Snyder Cut Joker from Todd Phillips' controversial solo film.

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Ms. Marvel: Disney+ Director Shares Behind-the-Scenes Photo From MCU Set

Director Billal Fallah takes to Instagram to reaffirm his involvement with Ms. Marvel on Disney+.

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WandaVision Indicates Monica Rambeau's Superpowers Could Resemble Captain Marvel's

Could Season 1 of WandaVision serve as a backdoor origin story for Monica Rambeau's Photon?

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Marvel's Black Panther 2 Casting Hints at Warrior Battles

A casting call for Black Panther II indicates the inclusion of Mayan warriors.

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WandaVision: Kick-Ass Nod Teases More Than Just Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Quicksilver

Tommy Maximoff's "kick-ass" comment in Episode 6 of WandaVision could mean much more than initially thought.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Creator Describes Black Captain America Concept as 'Huge Moment'

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier's head writer speaks on the challenges of having a Black Captain America.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Creator Teases Sebastian Stan & Anthony Mackie's 'Fire & Ice' Duo

The cast and crew of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier tease some of the spy-thriller dynamics and laughs set to come in this show.

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Gal Gadot Unveils Selfie From Early Batman V Superman Costume Fitting

Wonder Woman 1984 star Gal Gadot posts a throwback picture to an early fitting for the Wonder Woman costume.

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Justice League: Charisma Carpenter Comes To Ray Fisher's Defense With Joss Whedon Allegations

Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress Charisma Carpenter shares her own experience with Joss Whedon while backing Ray Fisher.

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Evidence Points To Inhumans' MCU Introduction

Marvel Studios' official Inhumans Twitter page posts its first update since December 2019, sharing the Super Bowl trailer for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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James Gunn Reveals His (Likely) Favorite Avengers: Infinity War Scene

James Gunn reveals that Gamora's death is his favorite moment of Avengers: Infinity War.

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WandaVision: Evan Peters Wanted 'Weirdest Option' For Marvel Debut

WandaVision head writer Jac Schaeffer praises Evan Peters' inclusion in the Disney+ show.

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Justice League: Zack Snyder Reveals New Scene of Steppenwolf-Amazon Battle

Zack Snyder shows a new look at Steppenwolf in Themyscira from the Snyder Cut of Justice League.

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WandaVision Features Iconic Pixar Easter Egg In New Episode

Episode 5 of WandaVision on Disney+ includes an Easter Egg commonly used by Pixar Studios.

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WandaVision: Disney Replaces Actor Who Spoiled Marvel Surprise

Spanish voiceover actor Rodri Martin is fired from WandaVision after spoiling his work as a suprise appearance.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Will Borrow The Mandalorian Production Technology

James Gunn confirms that the Volume Tech from The Mandalorian will be used on Guardians 3.

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MCU-Star Wars Crossover? Marvel Studios Boss Has His Doubts

Kevin Feige appears doubtful that the MCU will crossover with Star Wars on screen.

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Spider-Man 3: Zendaya Addresses Plot Secrets That Even She Doesn't Know

Zendaya reveals in a new interview that she barely knows anything about what's happening in Spider-Man 3.

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